"This outstanding practical guide to writing analytical essays on literature develops interpretive skills through focused exercises and modeled examples. The program is tailored to meet the specific needs of beginning undergraduates. Features unique, detailed guidance on paragraph structure. Includes sample essays throughout to model each stage of the essay-writing process. Focused exercises develop the techniques outlined in each chapter. Dedicated checklists enable quick, accurate assessment by teachers and students. Enhanced glossary with advice on usage added to core definitions."--Publisher
Includes bibliographical references and index
Audience and the literary analysis essay -- Analytical paragraphs -- Theme -- Argument structure -- Types of literary analysis essays -- MLA format -- Sample essays -- "The Yellow Wallpaper," / Charlotte Perkins Gilman -- Selected exercise answers -- Glossary of literary terms -- Structure and mechanics: marking abbreviations for instructors and peer evaluators